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Hatch retaining railsExterior - (MacGregor 26M) - April 13, 2026I got tired of the now worn but previously coated PVC getting discolored and starting to crumble from UV. I have a custom exotic lumber company nearby and I got a plank of African Mahogany cut and milled to original dimensions. Just had to round the ...
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Diesel heater install (26m, outside installation)Ventilation - Zurich (MacGregor 26M) - May 31, 2025hello I installed a diesel air heater to extend the boating season — to enjoy some cozy moments in late autumn and early spring, and maybe even spend time at a beautiful anchorage in winter (with a Swiss cheese fondue ????). Important: No interior in...
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Teak Swim Platform with LadderCockpit - (MacGregor 26M) - April 29, 2025I wanted to make a better boarding ladder system that was still convenient to lower, raise and stow and would have a wider ladder that was deeper in the water for easier climbing. Also, almost the entire rig is configured with standard hardware which...
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Pins for SpreadersRigging - (MacGregor 26M) - January 8, 2025Trying to reduce the need for tool in setting up the boat. The original locking of the spreader bars onto the bracket on the mast was by small bolts and nuts. I have replaced then with a locking/lynch pin as pictured. Will not rattle loose although I...
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installing stern rail seatsCockpit - (MacGregor 26M) - July 18, 2023https://www.instagram.com/p/Cu2GCXMRBYp/
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Locking Rotating Mast - M26Rigging - (MacGregor 26M) - December 28, 2022Through necessity, I bent the mast and it wouldn't rotate from side to side, I decided to "lock" the mast straight ahead until I solved the mast problem. It was pretty simple, drill a hole in the mast foot plate and the plate attached to the bottom o...
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Improving hatch coversInterior - (MacGregor 26M) - September 9, 2022On my new to me boat, I've noticed where previous owners scratched the hatch areas and floor areas with the long stainless machine screws used to align the hatch covers. I also poured myself a few times and was generally annoyed with the setup. I dec...
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DIY gimbaled butane/propane stoveGalley - (MacGregor 26M) - September 1, 2022I made this gimbaled stove out of a cheap camping stove, two pairs of metal bookends, and some bearings. Added some metal strap around the top as a pot holder to keep things from sliding off. There is also a PVC pipe full of weights screwed to the bo...
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Galley Mod- Epoxy Pour counterGalley - Galley (MacGregor 26M) - August 8, 2022Made new galley counter and modified galley. Did an epoxy pour. Installed new sink, faucet, hand soap dispenser, water pump and stove. Made drawer frame, drawers and drawer fronts. Added earth magnets to keep drawers from opening when heeling. Cut ac...
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fold up ladderInterior - Ladder (MacGregor 26M) - October 16, 2021I wanted to fold up the ladder from my 26m. So I bought a foldable ladder, cut it in part and mounted it. For safety and to support the pull and push load I installed a pipe that is connected to the original screw from the traveller see a) in the pho...
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Helm mounted bluetooth stereo installElectrical - (MacGregor 26M) - April 27, 2021I installed a Marine Bluetooth Stereo unit at the helm. BOSS Audio Systems MCKGB450W.6 Weatherproof Marine Gauge Receiver https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07H1J4PNH/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Also installed was a BOSS Audi...
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Head bifold/vberth doorInterior - Head (MacGregor 26M) - June 27, 2020To add legroom in the head, I created a bifold door panel which I added to the main door on the inside out of 6mm marine ply I had left from another project. I used 3/4 wrap around hinge, which I installed backwards since both the main door and the e...
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Shore Power 120v AC panel 26MElectrical - Shore power (MacGregor 26M) - May 21, 2020Marinco Stainless inlet, Blue Sea Systems AC Panel 8101 and outlets on a 2007 26M The key to successful inlet placement when you have to cut the Large hole in the boat was to cut the panel hole first, remove all foam, make a template of the inlet siz...
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EV-100 Tiller Pilot below decksCockpit - autopilot (MacGregor 26M) - April 20, 2020Installing a Raymarine EV-100 tiller pilot below decks. This mod is from BOAT and is quite possibly the best and cleanest autopilot for the 26M Here is the link to the thread https://www.macgregorsailors.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=25657
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Correct Mast Raising Stay DesignRigging - MRS (MacGregor 26M) - January 30, 2020The 26M raising stays are not connected to the mast. This is easily rectified by connecting the stays at the mast raising bail. The problem is, the stanchion connection is not in line with the hinge pin at the mast step bracket. In this mod, I reloca...
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Another Furler SupportTrailer - Furler (MacGregor 26M) - January 17, 20204" PVC pipe with 1/8" x 3/4" aluminum straps. Velcro straps attach support to mast and furler to support. Finally losing the crutch!
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Coachwhipping the helmCockpit - steering (MacGregor 26M) - January 4, 2020
I found that with such a small steering wheel I needed better grip so I took weeks of patience in coachwhipping it,
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12’ KeelGuardExterior - (MacGregor 26M) - December 29, 2019I had some scratches and dings on the bow of my boat from the last 14 years of constant use. I was considering doing some gelcoat repair, but that is expensive and difficult, and will just get scratched and dinged again anyway. Instead, I added the l...
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Sink and doors sliding galleyGalley - (MacGregor 26M) - December 24, 2019Replaced fiberglass sink with bar sink from Lowes. Took out cubbies and replaced with 2 new doors. Much more space now. Pressure pump under galley. Published by: Russ
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Motor disconnect REMOTEMotor - - December 25, 2018The BWY quick Motor disconnect ist great!!! But it is quite bad to bring your head down to switch it on or off. Even worse if you have waves! So with the handle I can grab it from the cockpit, sitting on the helm seat! Worked great for 2 seasons now....
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Helm Box RefurbCockpit - - September 4, 2018My Helm box was in a sorro state and needed a lot of mods to make it accomodate the dual cable rack-n-pinion and the new SeaStar CH1700 engine controls (I'd purchased on an impulse buy without considering how hard it would be to fit). A shipwright to...
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Sun BlockInterior - - June 12, 2018Window covers without tape, glue, screws. These are friction fit and can be custom designed to suit any MacGregor/Tattoo decor. SPF 100. Published by: Parlanaich
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No More SkeetersVentilation - - June 12, 2018My Number One made a screen for the main and forward hatches that allows a nice flow through breeze without mosquito intrusion. Double layer of stretch tulle, full hook and loop perimeter - one side sewn to screen, the other sticky backed onto the ha...
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goal post rollersTrailer - - May 20, 2018When my white hull hits one of the bare aluminum goal posts I get dark smudge marks that are very difficult to remove without abrasives. These PVC rollers eliminate smudges and allow the goal posts to also be used for guiding the boat on to the trail...
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EV-100 Autopilot for pedestal mountInstruments - - April 8, 2018Built a special mount using aluminum rods and my drill press. Published by: eodjedi
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Generator MountElectrical - - April 8, 2018Built using plywood and Popsicle sticks for the framing. Published by: eodjedi
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Solar Panel Mount with outboard / grill mounts.Exterior - - April 8, 2018Reinforced my Solar Panel as well as built mounting brackets for my outboard and grill. Published by: eodjedi
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Raised boom Bimini fits with standing room.Miscellaneous - - March 9, 2018
Raised boom Bimini fits with standing room. I added 2 feet to the top of the mast. A very nice young man gave me a piece of his old 26X mast, Not a great fit but the track did line up. Will still be looking for a 26M piece of mast. I have not sailed ...
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Grounding for Ham or Marine sidebandElectrical - - February 21, 2018RF (radio frequency) grounding on a Mac can be very challenging. The full glass hull, no metal keel, minimum and poorly grounded engine, no grounding of metal parts on deck make the Mac a real challenge. I chose to try an approach that creates as muc...
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Ballast tank level LEDSafety - - January 17, 2018Hello all I put a reed switch near the vent hole of the ballast tank. And a LED to show me that the tank is full. Works fine, had no problems so far, chaep, does not eat power... Also you can see the vent pipe. And still I can check with the finger i...
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Temporary inside stand-up showerInterior - - January 13, 2018We cruise year round and even in Florida it gets chilly taking a shower in the cockpit on a cool day. We worked out a great system on our last trip to setup a temporary shower inside the boat. The video shows two versions. The first one would have wo...
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SkegsMiscellaneous - - January 8, 2018
[IMG]http://i67.tinypic.com/2vcvqz9.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i63.tinypic.com/v5x445.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i63.tinypic.com/v5x445.jpg[/IMG] I added skegs to my 26M to help with stability when motoring, not as good as having the rudders down but work very...
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daggerboard sourcingExterior - - September 11, 2017
Hello, A new european member, I need a new daggerboard,as mine just sunk. Anybody got one or has a hint to source one in Europe or in the USA ? Thanks a lot Published by: Patrice FERRAULT
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Wash Down Pump SystemWater Systems - - September 5, 2017My slip is in a marina that does not provide water. Since it is a lake with relatively clean water, most folks at the marina do the old shool bucket method to wash their boats. That gets old really quick, and I wanted something better. After searchin...
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Small drawers under the companionway ladderStorage - - May 1, 2017Cheap but effective storage for small things and having them handy all the time. There's still lot of room for 2 batteries and hands to mess around with electrical wiring. No glue or screws, just stuffed in the cut. Can be ease out to access the batt...
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Galley storageGalley - - April 17, 2017We needed a little place to keep galley stuff. This is still a work in progress but it will slide to the berth area w/o hitting anything. The dishes on the back were a bit of an afterthought but work well. Paper towel holder, extra backpack stove, fu...
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TP holderHead - - April 17, 2017Needed toilet paper holder that was out of the way and not subject to getting wet. This holder is for a spare roll to be held on the tank of a regular toilet. Walmart, about $4. Published by: Nauti Nell
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side tableGalley - - April 17, 2017Wife wanted extra prep space for galley. Found some nice folding brackets, scrap oak with mahogany stain, a couple of shims and a piece of plywood for backer board to support on the inside of galley wall. Works well and folds out of the way when not ...
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LED lightsLighting - - April 17, 2017Replaced the original lights with the larger one in the pic. Almost twice the size but has two lights that work separately. May try to figure out how to mke one red for cruising later. The smaller light is in the V berth and rotates. Published by: Na...
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Table storageStorage - - March 9, 2017Needed storage for "stuff" on table and utensil storage. Used scrap mahogany and okoume plywood laying around the shop. Only cost was 3 bucks for the plastic baskets. Cup holders will be added to either side of the table top shelf. Another under tabl...
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Access hatch under galleyGalley - - February 14, 2017I installed 2 of deluxe storage access hatches bought from Withworhts (www.withworths.com.au) and installed them under the galley. This allow easy access to the space under the galley with ease. Published by: tehtairing
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Advice on sailing to Bahamas from FloridaSailing - - January 27, 2017Hello everyone I plan to sailing my Mac to Bahamas in June 2017 from Florida, have anyone here tried that and if so, what to prepare for and look out for? Also I don't really want to be the only sail boat going over, I know speed boats and fishing bo...
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ForesailsSailing - - January 13, 2017
I bought a Mac 26 and was assured it had the std jib, but it has the genoa. So I need to get some smaller foresails. I have seen storm jibs from 36sqft upwards. That seems pretty small to me, does anyone have a recommendation for a foresail to run in...
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Instant Bowsprit!Rigging - - December 30, 2016I used the Stainless steel ski pylon AND the stabilizer legs only having to invert the legs and relocate 2 speed clips. The diameter of the pylon fit perfectly in the anchor roller, only needing a slight redrill of the stabilizer pins to fit perfectl...
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Zip-on Solar Panels.Electrical - - November 22, 2016The straw that broke the camels back was the Raymarine EV1 Autopilot tiller. ...Spectre... has two 100ah batteries. After trying a 1000w generator, I thought I would try Solar Panels. (the generator was abandoned as it was too heavy and noisy) Some r...
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C-head installHead - - November 19, 2016Installed C-head composting toilet this weekend. Very easy job. Did not get vent tank thingy ($40) or the t handle hold down thingys ($40). Won't need vent for storage tank as will be bringing compost home or be off shore 3+ miles. Found t handle hol...
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Dutchman mainsail flaking systemRigging - - August 25, 2016Been trying to get my boat up to scratch to sail solo and dread going forward to drop the mainsail (or indeed raising it in the first place). Looked at the comments about lazy jacks (and started putting some together) when I came across the Dutchman ...
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Power point outletsElectrical - - June 9, 2016Got pretty sick of cheaply made DC 12v PowerPoint sockets. I use them a lot. Finally made one out of teak to match the rest of my additions. This has three sockets, a switch and a light, but unlike the store bought ones, this also has a front facing ...
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Galley trimGalley - - May 22, 2016So after noticing how easily the fiberglass galley scratches, I made these stainless steel trim pieces. The edge protectors are rub strip bought 2nd hand and cut to length. The flat piece protects the little counter area where hot pots and things are...
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asymmetrical spinnakerSailing - - May 19, 2016
I know there is a lot of post but what is a good size for my 26m. im looking at asymm spinnaker I can get fairly cheap but maybe its too big?? they are advertising it 3/4 oz, 30 luff, 35 leech, 22 foot. I no expert by far and will be hoping some help...